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  • Senior Technical Manager, Sustainable Production

    Senior Technical Manager, Sustainable Production

    About The Position: The Africa Field Division (AfFD) has established offices in five countries (Botswana, Kenya, Liberia, Madagascar, and South Africa) and working relations with a further 12 countries in Africa – covering a continent with wide ranging economic conditions, a rich natural capital base as well as diverse socio-economic and environmental challenges.
    There is a need to bring in an experienced Technical Manager to support the overall implementation of the Sustainable Production Programme working across the following sectors: Mining and Extractives, Agriculture, Renewable Energy and Fisheries.
    S/he will also be responsible for the Monitoring and Evaluation of all the projects/programmes that relate to the Division’s Sustainable Production Programme.
    Key Responsibilities:
    Working closely with Project Partners, both within and outside of Conservation International, the incumbent is expected to:

    Ensure development and implementation of agreed project work plans, creating synergies and cooperation with the existing programmes on sustainable production.
    Effectively monitor, evaluate and report (internally and externally) on the specific projects based on the agreed results frameworks.
    Development of and building of relationships/partnerships with key governments, private and non-governmental partners will be a key responsibility for this position, including serving as an institutional representative at workshops can conferences both internally and externally.
    Preparation of programme requests for concepts and/or proposals to support resource mobilization opportunities
    To leverage strategic communication tools to enhance the visibility and knowledge management of the sustainable production programme strategy and action plan including preparation of project communication materials. This may include development of data analysis and data driven support tools as relevant.
    Administratively, the Senior Technical Manager will be expected to manage programme contracts and consultancies, and organize and conduct workshops/trainings

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field
    Not less than 5 years practical experience ¡n management and implementation of projects across several countries.
    Working knowledge of development cooperation in environmental management, natural resource management or sustainable production
    Proven experiences in Project Management, including technical and financial management
    Demonstrated experience within working with Government Agencies, Private Sector and Non-Governmental partners
    Demonstrated experience in facilitation through workshops and trainings. Facilitating public-private dialogue and developing a shared understanding of strategies and action plans will be an added advantage.
    Demonstrated ability to think critically and synthetically across fields and topics
    Strong analytical skills
    Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity
    Experience in cross-cultural consultation, training, capacity building and collaboration
    Demonstrated ability to work in team environments and cultivate productive partnerships across a diversity of stakeholders with good people management skills
    Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality products subject to strict deadlines
    Excellent English oral and written communication skills; including public speaking
    Excellent computer skills, including but not limited to MS Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point)

    The following qualifications will be an added advantage:

    Adaptive management skills
    Conflict resolution skills

  • Graphics Designer

    Graphics Designer

    Job Details
    Marketing Knowledge and Communication (MKC) is an Internal Business unit in KPMG. MKC has both internal and external role with sub-functions in the following areas:

    Business Development
    Marketing
    Communications
    Branding
    Learning and Development
    Due to continued growth, MKC are looking to recruit a Graphics Designer
    The Graphics Design Associate role reports to the Marketing, Communication and Branding Manager. More specifically the responsibilities for this role will include:
    Graphics Design
    Take project requirements briefs and provide a delivery plan within pre-defined deadlines;
    Come up with creative design concepts that fit the internal clients’ needs
    Work with a wide range of media, including photography and computer-aided design (CAD);
    Demonstrate illustrative skills through the use of rough sketches;
    Keep abreast of emerging technologies in new media (particularly design programs such as Quark Xpress,
    FreeHand, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, 3D Studio, Acrobat, Director, Dreamweaver and Flash); and
    Knowledge and use of video editing suites such as Final Cut Pro and Adobe premier
    Branding
    Coordinate photography and video coverage for internal and external events.
    Manage the design and printing of the firm’s collateral (notebooks, folders, brochures and giveaways)
    Monitor the correct use of the KPMG logo.
    Updating banners and other visual identities.
    Inspect all branded merchandise to ensure delivery as per specifications and guidelines.

    Experience
    2-3 Years work experience in a busy organisation or a creative agency
    Academic Qualification:

    Diploma in Graphics Design, Animation

    Technical Skills:

    Creative flair, acute vision, originality, strong computer skills, detail oriented and flexible;
    Confidence to present and explain ideas;
    The ability to grasp client needs and consider practical solutions;
    The ability to balance and deliver work on several projects at a time;
    Good team working skills;
    Flexibility;
    An awareness of the competitive business environment at KPMG; and
    A matter-of-fact approach when ideas or designs are rejected.

    Desired attributes:

    Strong organizational skills and creativity: be able to develop new simple approaches to complex design problems.
    Personal and Professional Ethics: Must operate and practice within the professional code of conduct, be honest, with self and colleagues
    Interpersonal Skills: Must be a people’s person, good with people but firm and fair with ability to manage people with diverse personalities.
    Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills both written & verbal presentations.
    Goal Driven and Results Oriented: Enjoys being measured, and being judged by performance results.
    Multicultural Skills: Must be able to operate and interact in a multicultural environment and uphold cultural diversity.
    Resilience and Tenacity: Must be able to sustain motivation and commitment to goals in good and bad times, ability to contain and absorb stressful moments and issues

  • Deputy Chief Of Party/senior Technical Advisor

    Deputy Chief Of Party/senior Technical Advisor

    Job Description
    Department/Location: Nairobi, Kenya, with travel to SomaliaReports To: Chief of PartyClassification: This is a managerial, exempt-level position
    Overview:
    IBTCI seeks candidates for a Nairobi-based Deputy Chief of Party (Technical)/Senior Advisor for Analysis, Monitoring & Evaluation (AM&E) to design and oversee: implementation of evaluations, analyses, and assessments. The selected candidate is required to start immediately and will serve until the scheduled end of the project (end-July 2019).
    Essential

    Ensure quality of all assessments, analytical reports, and evaluations.
    Provide guidance to the USAID/Kenya and East Africa Mission’s Somalia Field Office (USAID/KEA/SFO) in updating the Office PMP to align with the new strategy and create project log frames and M&E Plans for the USAID/KEA/SFO, in compliance with ADS 203.
    Design and manage collection of baseline data on USAID projects in Somalia at the Intermediate Result (IR) and Development Objective (DO) levels.
    Design and implement training of USAID staff in performance management concepts and processes; standardization of partner M&E Plans, work plans, and quarterly reports; and verification of partner data quality, and provide advice to IPs on these same processes, as needed.
    Advise all IPs on the creation of aligned log frames and M&E Plans for their activities.
    Review and revise intermediate results of technical staff in their results frameworks, for more effective implementation and monitoring.
    Review and discuss indicators and reporting with IPs and USAID staff.
    Operationalize indicators by assisting USAID technical staff with definitions, data collection, and data analysis.
    Provide technical assistance, as needed for USAID, IP, and government counterpart staff (to the extent they are involved in USG projects).
    Ensure that quality standards and schedules for the program are met.
    Ensure effective and efficient performance for all aspects of the contract and overseeing all quality control and reporting.
    Interact professionally with senior Mission, Embassy and government officials.
    Travel is essential, and may include travel to fragile and conflict-affected areas. An average of 25% to 35% travel for project implementation and/or project management of business development initiatives. (Percentages may vary depending on portfolio of projects and IBTCI practice needs).
    Other duties as assigned.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    Prior experience in a high threat environment.
    Excellent communication, team management, and leadership skills.

    Minimum Requirements:

    At least 10 years of overseas experience in international development designing and managing evaluations (impact and performance), analyses and assessments, including the design of the evaluation methodology, participatory data collection methods and protocols, and data verification techniques.
    At least seven years of demonstrated experience developing performance management plans, monitoring project implementation, and verifying data from large development projects.
    At least seven years of experience recruiting, forming and successfully managing teams, and ensuring the quality of their products.
    Willingness and ability to travel to various project sites in Somalia as needed.
    Oral and written fluency in English required.
    Proven ability to create quality reports and presentations required.

    Education: Master’s Degree in monitoring & evaluation, democracy and governance, public policy or related field required.
    Supervisory Responsibility: This position does have supervisory responsibilities.
    Travel: Travel to Somalia required
    No phone calls please. All candidates will be acknowledged, but only final candidates for particular activities will be contacted.
    IBTCI is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable anti-discrimination laws. We prohibit and do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment.

  • Protection Officer (Sgbv)

    Protection Officer (Sgbv)

    Vacancy Notice No.: IICA/KEN/KAK/18/003
    Category /Grade
    IICA2
    Duration
    Initially up to 31 December 2018
    Reporting Date
    01 July 2018
    Type of Contract
    International ICA
    Date of Issue
    31 May 2018
    Organizational Context (role of the position within the team, describing its leadership role, it’s external/internal work relationships or contacts, the contextual environment in which it operates and the scope of supervision received, and where applicable, exercise by the incumbent)
    Sexual and Genderbased violence (SGBV) is a pervasive and lifethreatening health, human rights and protection issue that affects women, men, boys and girls and their communities. The risks are exacerbated in conflict and displacement but stem from preexisting gender inequalities. Addressing SGBV is therefore a global organizational priority for UNHCR. Establishing risk mitigation, prevention and response to SGBV in UNHCR’s programmes must not be dependent on incident reports or data alone because of low reporting. It is essential that these programmes are initiated at the onset as core lifesaving interventions, are strong through all phrases of displacement and cut across all sectors of programming. UNHCR’s SGBV prevention and response work should be guided by the rightsbased approach, the survivorcentred approach, communitybased protection, and the Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) approach. These four approaches are founded on common principles of empowerment, participation, ownership and accountability. UNHCR aims to institutionalize and integrate initiatives that have shown to be most impactful in mitigating the risks and addressing SGBV.
    Dedicated positions for Protection Officers addressing SGBV are needed to provide technical support to improve UNHCR’s operational capacity to deliver effective prevention and response programs.
    The Protection Officer (SGBV) is a member of the protection team in a SubOffice. He/she may report to the Senior Protection Coordinator, He/she provides functional SGBV guidance to other protection, information management and programme staff. The incumbent works directly with communities and persons of concern to identify the risks and ensure the implementation of a community and rights based approach. The incumbent also acts as an advisor to senior management in designing an SGBV strategy that fits within the broader Protection and Solutions Strategy by ensuring that it is based on consultation with persons of concern, partners and authorities. The incumbent plans and undertakes quality, timely and effective SGBV prevention and response in line with UNHCR’s policy and guidance on SGBV, in an age, gender and diversity inclusive manner.
    Accountability (key results that will be achieved)

    SGBV strategy developed as part of a comprehensive protection strategy of the office.
    Multisectoral SGBV risk mitigation, prevention and response programs based on needs and capacity assessment results are established and programmed at onset of emergency through all phases of displacement;
    SGBV coordination mechanisms functioning with all relevant stakeholders and partners.
    Multisectoral UNHCR staff and key partners are trained on SGBV prevention and response.
    SGBV referral mechanism is in place for essential response services including clinical management of rape and that there is access to equitable services for all survivors.
    SGBV data collection and reporting is functioning and regular reporting is done on SGBV.Responsibility (processes and functions undertaken to achieve results)
    Support the office to conduct regular monitoring, needs/gaps and capacity assessments on SGBV in close coordination with any ongoing joint/common assessments being conducted during all phases of displacement;
    Provide support to integrate SGBV prevention and response in humanitarian action plans and into national systems with a focus on ensuring continuity and sustainability.
    Contribute to development of an SGBV strategy and programs in partnership with protection and programme leads in the country operation as part of the overall protection strategy, with particular emphasis on linkages with child protection and education but ensuring the strategy and programs reflect engagement of all sectors in mitigation, prevention and response.
    Lead the planning and monitoring for multisectoral SGBV programming using the Results Framework and Focus in close collaboration with Programme and different sectors.
    Establish/strengthen and lead SGBV coordination mechanisms and represent in interagency for a.
    Establish and/or strengthen strategic and innovative partnerships for SGBV both with communitybased, local, national, and international organizations, with a focus on ensuring continuity and sustainability.
    Provide support in mapping existing services to address SGBV in the various affected areas, including identifying community capacities and structures for potential partnership.
    Strengthen a core referral mechanism for response services through consultative development of basic Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and an SGBV strategy that is entrenched in the comprehensive emergency protection framework.
    Conduct training on elements of SGBV prevention and response, the design of SGBV programmes and coordination mechanisms.
    Work on all innovative tools on protection related to SGBV like KASI, Protection and InterAgency Referral Tools.
    Identify potential partners and coordinate with Programme and Protection sections to integrate SGBV risk mitigation, prevention and response programming in subagreements.
    Monitor SGBV programs implemented by UNHCR and partners (both implementing and operational) and adjust programming as required.
    Support the integration of SGBV risk mitigation, prevention and response into the role of UNHCR staff across all sectors
    Ensure that addressing SGBV includes measures for protection from sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) in compliance with UNHCR’s code of conduct.
    Implement UNHCR’s rules on reporting report concerns, suspicions and complaints on sexual exploitation and abuse by humanitarian workers.
    Authority (decisions made in executing responsibilities and to achieve results)
    Enforce local compliance with UNHCR’s global protection policies and standards related to mitigation, prevention and response to SGBV.
    Prepare multisectoral action plans in consultation with partners that follow the overall strategy on SGBV prevention and response.
    Represent UNHCR in meetings and local protection related fora.
    Intervene with authorities on SGBV prevention and response issues.
    Lead and/or represent UNHCR in interagency fora related to the prevention of and response to SGBV.
    Support planning, programming and monitoring of budget and other resources dedicated to SGBV prevention and response programmes under the supervision of the Senior Protection Coordinator.
    Essential Minimum Qualifications and Experience
    Undergraduate degree (equivalent of a BA/BS) in International Law, Human Rights, International Development, International Relations, Anthropology, Social Work, Gender studies, Political or Social Science or other clearly related disciplines plus minimum 6 years of previous work experience relevant to the function of which 2 years in the field. At least 2 years of progressively responsible experience in the field of SGBV prevention and response, broader protection or social work involving empowerment of women and girls, gender, child protection, mental health, counselling and working with survivors, humanitarian and development issues. Graduate degree (equivalent of a Master’s) plus 5 years or Doctorate degree (equivalent of a PhD) plus 4 years of previous relevant work experience may also be accepted.
    Strong experience in interacting with and building partnerships and synergies with UN agencies, NGOs and civil society organizations.
    Excellent knowledge of English and working knowledge of another UN language.

    Desirable Qualifications & Competencies

    Thorough understanding of SGBV prevention and response in displacement including development of standard operating procedures, conducting assessments, establishing and managing protection programs.
    Excellent written and oral communication skills.
    Training design and facilitation skills of SGBV, gender and protection related learning.
    Demonstrated capacities in monitoring and reporting on SGBV and or protection.
    Experience with Gender Based Violence Information Management System is an asset.
    Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work independently with minimum supervision in a fastpaced environment.
    Demonstrated ability to successfully and effectively work and communicate with people in a multicultural environment.
    Demonstrated experience in interagency coordination and consensus building, in refugee and/or cluster contexts.

    Competencies:

    Values
    Integrity
    Professionalism
    Respect For Diversity Core Competencies
    Core Competencies
    Accountability
    Team Work & Collaboration
    Communication
    Commitment to Continuous Learning
    Client & Results Orientation
    Organizational Awareness

    Candidates may also be tested on relevant managerial and cross function competencies. Examples are listed below:

    Managerial Competencies
    Empowering & Building Trust
    Managing Performance
    Judgement & Decision Making
    Strategic Planning & Vision
    Leadership
    Managing Resources
    Cross – Functional Competencies
    Analytical Thinking
    Innovation & Creativity
    Technological Awareness
    Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
    Planning & Organizing
    Policy Research & Development
    Political Awareness
    Stakeholder Management
    Change Capability & Adaptability

    Living Conditions
    Kakuma is a security level 3 duty station, but it is relatively safe with very little criminality.
    Staff members live in accommodation provided within the Office compound. The climate for most of the year is characterized by dry and hot temperatures.
    There are limited medical facilities in Kakuma that are not fully equipped to deal with serious medical cases. Evacuation opportunities are limited. However, air ambulance evacuation can be organized for life threatening emergencies during day time. Candidates with conditions requiring regular treatment or medical supervision should be appropriately advised.
    There are good banking facilities in Lokichoggio and Lodwar towns which are located about 1hr and 2hrs away from Kakuma, respectively, and Equity Bank in Kakuma Town.
    Refugees, Stateless persons – who cares? We Do.

  • Partnerships Manager

    Partnerships Manager

    Job Description:

    Partnerships: 60% of role
    Identification & Development:
    Conducting in-depth research intorganizations working in the poverty alleviation space in Sub-Sahara Africa, including Governments, bi and multi- lateral donors, and Non-Governmental Organizations.
    Prioritizing key relationships tpursue, in line with Village Enterprise Extend’s wider strategy.
    Creating tools and systems as required taid improved partnership processes, for example an improved pipeline ttrack anticipated financial income through partnerships.
    Networking at appropriate conferences, meetings, and other forums tpromote Village Enterprise Extend and develop potential opportunities.
    Building relationships with new potential partners.
    Partnerships Manager
    Leading on proposal development.
    Management:
    Managing existing and new implementing partners and support improving the replication package based on feedback, (the “product”). This will include regularcommunication tassess ‘learnings and unlearnings’, recommending future changes on the product tthe team based on feedback, and going the extra mile tensure that partners are happy with the partnership.
    Report-writing as required by external partners (e.g. donors) and internal parties(e.g. Board).
    Confident representation of Village Enterprise at all levels of a partner organization, from driver tCEO.
    Extend ‘Start-Up’ mentality: 15% of role
    Initiative, initiative, initiative! This role seeks someone whdoesn’t wait to be told whatto do, but rather identifies a problem and jumps in with a suggested solution.
    This may be for partnerships specifically, or it may be a great idea that you have that will improve our value proposition, make our materials slicker, or be a better way tmanage our finances.
    Support with logistics as required. Some days it may be getting new keys cut for the office, others it may be supporting a colleague to process a Congolese visa.
    Project work: 15% of role
    Take a lead role in certain aspects of project work, for example writing feasibility studies, support with training as required, and working with the Replication Manager and field teams tsystemize transferring Village Enterprise’s model tpartners.
    Administration: 10%
    Provide management oversight and leadership in cooperation with the Director of
    Expansion, Chief Operating Officer (based in Kampala), Country Directors and field staff (based in Kitale, Kenya; Soroti and Gulu, Uganda).
    Participate and contribute tManagement Team Meetings.
    Assist in general operations as needed.

    Qualifications:

    Village Enterprise Extend is a small team and is all about teamwork. The perfect candidate will feel confident and comfortable making suggestions, will listen and take on feedback, and will be committed tachieving our goal of ending extreme poverty for 20 million individuals by 2025.
    S/he will love tackling challenges on their own, but alswant tget stuck in tfigure out the best way we can move forward together. If this sounds like you and you fit the description below, we strongly encourage you tapply.

    Competencies: Essential

    A passion for ending extreme poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa.
    A proven track-record of developing and managing partnerships in the international development arena and across multiple countries in Sub-Sahara Africa.
    A self-starter whthrives in taking the initiative, identifying and testing new ideas, and working with a team tcreate the best solution.
    Partnerships Manager
    An ability twork in challenging and changing environments, and tsee through challenges tfind solutions.
    Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability texercise diplomacy and tact as demonstrated in previous roles that required communication with a broad and diverse set of partners.
    Experience in dealing with a diverse group of stakeholders representing government,external partners, and others.
    Outstanding communication skills, both in writing, in person, and via other forms of communication.
    Computer literate and proficient in basic Microsoft packages and email and other technology (including project management software and databases, e.g. CRM software, Box storage etc).
    Fluency in English is a must.

    Competencies: Desirable

    Conversant in French.
    Deep experience with supporting those in extreme poverty through microenterprises and familiarity with Poverty Graduation approach.
    Significant experience in working in multiple countries and contexts in Africa.

    Qualifications

    Minimum three years’ experience working in partnership or business development teams for an international organization.
    Relevant university degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
    Experience working in multiple countries in Sub-Sahara Africa is desirable.

  • Market Research Graduate Trainee

    Market Research Graduate Trainee

    Main Purpose of this Position: To survey customer preferences, collect and analyze statistical data in order to support management decisions on products.
    Key Deliverables for this Position

    Monitoring and forecasting market trends
    Conducting consumer and market research to establish strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats.

    Job Responsibilities

    Implementing the departmental strategy in line with the Quality Assurance and product development strategy, policies, processes and procedures to achieve the organization’s objectives.
    Conduct qualitative or quantitative surveys, undertaking ethnographic research (observing people in their homes and other environments); and monitor the progress of research projects
    Monitor and forecast marketing and sales trends & perform valid and reliable market research SWOT analysis
    Collect data on consumers, competitors and market place and consolidate information into actionable items, reports and presentations
    Understand business objectives and design surveys to discover prospective customers’ preferences and ensure necessary data is captured
    Devise and evaluate methods for collecting data, such as surveys, questionnaires, and opinion polls to gather data about consumers, competitors, and market conditions
    Evaluate program methodology and key data to ensure that data on the releases are accurate and the angle of the release is correct
    Analyze data using statistical software; convert complex data and findings into understandable tables, graphs, and written reports to identify consumer patterns & recommend solutions needed
    Provide competitive analysis on various companies’ market offerings, identify market trends, pricing/business models, sales and methods of operation.
    Manage and co-ordinate any projects requiring external research
    Implementing best practices in research & respective areas of work.
    Implementing product quality, customer & Service Excellence and Change initiatives to achieve desired business plans and culture.

    Financial Resources / Other key Resources / Assets

    Product
    Samples

    Direct Reports: N/A
    Key Interfaces
    Internal

    Sales department

    External

    Customers

    Qualifications

    Degree in Marketing

    Job / Functional Skills

    Planning & Organization Skills.
    Interviewing Skills
    Analytical Skills
    Innovation
    Problem solving skills
    Reporting & Presentation Skills.

    General Skill

    Teamwork
    Communication Skills
    IT skills
    Customer Service
    Time Management

    Behavior

    Customer Centric
    Ownership
    Continuous Improvement
    Leadership

    Relevant Experience
    Relevant internship experience

  • Deputy Chief of Party (Technical)/Senior Advisor for Analysis, Monitoring & Evaluation (AM&E), USAID Somalia Program Support Services (SPSS) Project

    Deputy Chief of Party (Technical)/Senior Advisor for Analysis, Monitoring & Evaluation (AM&E), USAID Somalia Program Support Services (SPSS) Project

    Department/Location: Nairobi, Kenya, with travel to Somalia
    Reports To: Chief of Party, SPSS
    Classification: This is a managerial, exempt-level position
    Overview:
    IBTCI seeks candidates for a Nairobi-based Deputy Chief of Party (Technical)/Senior Advisor for Analysis, Monitoring & Evaluation (AM&E) to design and oversee: a) the implementation of evaluations, analyses, and assessments; b) the full review, revision, and maintenance of the USAID Performance Management Plan (PMP) for Somalia, Project M&E Plans, and USAID implementing partner (IP) M&E Plans; and c) the design of evaluation methodologies and participatory data collection methods and protocols for both performance and impact evaluations. The selected candidate is required to start immediately and will serve until the scheduled end of the project (end-July 2019).
    Scope of Work:
    Using relevant experience and subject matter skills, the individual selected will perform tasks including but not limited to the following:

    Oversee production and ensure quality of all assessments, analytical reports, and evaluations.
    Advise the USAID/Kenya and East Africa Mission’s Somalia Field Office (USAID/KEA/SFO) in updating the Office PMP to align with the new strategy and create project log frames and M&E Plans for the USAID/KEA/SFO, in compliance with ADS 203.
    Design and manage collection of baseline data on USAID projects in Somalia at the Intermediate Result (IR) and Development Objective (DO) levels.
    Design and implement training of USAID staff in performance management concepts and processes; standardization of partner M&E Plans, work plans, and quarterly reports; and verification of partner data quality, and provide advice to IPs on these same processes, as needed.
    Advise all IPs on the creation of aligned log frames and M&E Plans for their activities.
    Assist technical staff to review and revise the intermediate results in their results frameworks, as necessary, for more effective implementation and monitoring.
    Periodically review and discuss indicators and reporting with IPs and USAID staff, and help operationalize indicators by assisting USAID technical staff with definitions, data collection, and data analysis.
    Provide technical assistance, as needed for USAID, IP, and government counterpart staff (to the extent they are involved in USG projects).
    Ensure that quality standards and schedules for the program are met.
    Ensure effective and efficient performance for all aspects of the contract and overseeing all quality control and reporting.
    Interact professionally with senior Mission, Embassy and government officials.

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    At least 10 years of overseas experience in international development designing and managing evaluations (impact and performance), analyses and assessments, including the design of the evaluation methodology, participatory data collection methods and protocols, and data verification techniques;
    Prior experience in a high threat environment;
    At least seven years of demonstrated experience developing performance management plans, monitoring project implementation, and verifying data from large development projects;
    At least seven years of experience recruiting, forming and successfully managing teams, and ensuring the quality of their products; and
    Excellent English writing skills and speaking ability

    Minimum Requirements:

    Excellent communication, team management, and leadership skills.
    Willingness and ability to travel to various project sites in Somalia as needed.
    Strong oral and written communication skills in English, including evidence of quality report writing and presentations.

    Education: Master’s Degree in monitoring & evaluation, democracy and governance, public policy or a related field.
    Supervisory Responsibility: This position will include supervisory responsibilities.
    Travel: Position is Nairobi-based; occasional travel to Somalia is required.
    No phone calls please. All candidates will be acknowledged, but only final candidates for particular activities will be contacted.
    IBTCI is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable anti-discrimination laws. We prohibit and do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment.

  • Evaluation Team Leader – Somalia 

Monitoring Verification And Reporting (Mv&r) Officer

    Evaluation Team Leader – Somalia Monitoring Verification And Reporting (Mv&r) Officer

    Job Description

    Department/Location: Crisis, Conflict and Governance (CCG)/ Kenya and Somalia
    Reports To:  Chief of Party
    Classification: Consultant                                         
    Overview: 
    IBTCI seeks candidates for Team Leader of an evaluation of a democracy and governance program in Somalia that provides assistance to help build electoral systems, strengthen civil society and encourage civic participation in Somalia with a particular focus on women, youth and other marginalized groups. This position is based in Kenya with travel to Somalia and the duration of the consultancy is TBD. This position is contingent upon award.

    Responsibilities

    Scope of Work:  
    Using your experience and subject matter skills, the Consultant will perform the following tasks. Tasks could include but not be limited to:

    Supervise the other evaluation team members and ensure high quality products are delivered in a timely manner;
    Finalize the evaluation design and develop a work plan and tools for the evaluation;
    Write a high quality evaluation report with clearly stated, well-grounded findings, corresponding conclusions and recommendations that meets the standards in the USAID Evaluation Checklist;
    Lead the preparation and presentation of the key evaluation findings and recommendations to the USAID/Somalia field office and other major partners and stakeholders.

    Qualifications

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    At least 10 years of experience conducting evaluations, ideally for governance and/or elections programming;
    Experience with quantitative and qualitative data collection in fragile environments, and quantitative and qualitative data analysis;
    Knowledge of / experience with programming focused on elections and good governance;
    Experience working in the Horn of Africa, especially Somalia, preferred.

    Minimum Requirements:

    Excellent communication, team management, and leadership skills.
    Willingness and ability to travel to various project sites in Somalia as needed.
    Excellent oral and written communication skills.

    Education:  Master’s Degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, governance, public policy or a related field.
    Supervisory Responsibility:  This position will include supervisory responsibilities.
    Travel:  Travel is required. 
    No phone calls please.  All candidates will be acknowledged, but only final candidates for particular activities will be contacted.  

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  • Remote Sensing Analyst – Re advertisement

    Remote Sensing Analyst – Re advertisement

    POSITION SUMMARY:
    Vital Signs is an integrated Monitoring System that intends to guide policy and decision making and monitor their outcomes to ensure that agricultural development does not unduly degrade natural ecosystems and the services they provide. The monitoring system is currently being implemented in, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania and Kenya.
    Vital Signs has partnered with the GEF and IFAD to develop a monitoring and assessment platform for the GEF Food Security Integrated Approach Pilot Program. The program has three components: (i) strengthening of institutional frameworks to promote integrated approaches in smallholder agriculture; (ii) promote scaling-up of interventions for sustainability and resilience; and (iii) ensure effective monitoring of ecosystem services and global environmental benefits through application of innovative tools and practices. The program will be implemented in twelve African countries (Burkina Faso, Burundi, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Swaziland, Tanzania and Uganda).
    Vital Signs is seeking the services of a Remote Sensing Analyst to support the Monitoring and Assessment component of the program. The Remote Sensing Analyst will compile, analyze, interpret, manage, and distribute remote sensing imagery (MODIS, Landsat, Digital Globe). S/he will play a lead role in ensuring that baseline land cover maps are compiled and that land cover trends are analyzed at project and regional scales.
    The deadline for application for all positions is April 27, 2018.
    RESPONSIBILITIES:
    S/he will have the following main responsibilities:

    Develop baseline land cover maps for all projects that have geo-referenced spatial boundaries at 30m and at very high resolution, where data are available.
    Develop a regional-scale land cover map (30m).
    Perform modelling and classification analyses using time-series datasets (e.g., climate, satellite, and reanalysis data) for ecosystem modelling and climate variability research, including generating customized code, based on R and Python, for large volume data processing and analysis.
    Capacity building for expanding the use of the data, methods and tools to other countries and regions.
    Contribute written input and technical guidance to the IAP project.
    Manage the highly visible, complex technical IAP project including meeting donor deadlines.
    Manage external partner relationships including development of capacity and generation of outputs to guide partners in making decisions.
    Contribute to reporting structures as laid out in the IAP documentation and the preparation of the Annual Work Plan and Budget.
    Undertake any other duties, within her/his area of competence, as assigned by CI as it relates to this project.

    WORKING CONDITIONS:

    Typical office environment but may require working in remote Africa locations.
    Ability to work extended and irregular hours.
    Frequent travel over 30% may be necessary.

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    Required

    Advanced degree in remote sensing, geography or earth science.
    Seven (7) or more years of experience in scientific research and/or managing remote sensing or research projects or initiatives.
    Demonstrated scientific writing experience, including peer-reviewed publications.
    Proven ability in successfully interpreting and applying scientific information, data, models and developing creative solutions to achieve practical results.
    Proven track record in project management design and implementation.
    Proven team player able to work effectively across cultures and within and across organizations.
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
    Highly organized and strong attention to detail.
    Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to build on existing knowledge to develop new approaches.
    Excellent analytical skills.
    Proficient in statistical and/or GIS software systems and procedures, and skilled in using new software applications.
    Proven technical expertise in habitat monitoring, land degradation methodologies and analyses, and ecosystem modeling using a range of remote sensing techniques, image sources, and GIS.
    Applicants must have the legal right to work in Kenya without employer’s sponsorship.

  • Project Manager 

Network Technology Engineer 

Channel Manager

    Project Manager Network Technology Engineer Channel Manager

    Report to: Project Director. Location: Kenya
    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Enhancing contract and fulfillment quality of the account department and promote contractual delivery to customers through E2E contract management activities.
    Planning for integration operations, monitoring the contract fulfillment, coordinating the resources, providing for the solutions to risks and problems related to the contract
    Responsible for the delivery of project goals (revenue, delivery cost rate, ITO, Total billing amount, Long term unbilled AR, Network security).
    Delivering resource management routines e.g. workload and requirement forecast, planning and allocation of delivery resources, dynamic performance management for all team members and individuals
    DR Management; Organizing DRO – 0R4 assessment and PDRT Approval; Upload the approved DRX documents to the system; Organize and apply the category rating for the bidding project
    Providing customers with timely, accurate, high quality, and low cost delivery through program management, contract management, and resources management of the account department.

    REQUIREMENTS

    Bachelor’s Degree or above, in Telecommunications /Project management or relevant major from a recognized University.
    At least 5 years’ experience in Project Management.
    Should have experience with Core Network Transmission network, Wireless Network (UMTS, GSM Wimax etc.) and OSP implementation.
    In-depth understanding of telecom industry, particularly in Project Management and have been exposed from project definition, implementation and project acceptance.
    Proficient in various software used in the Project Controls Department such as: MS Excel, MS Power Point, MS Word, MS project and certifications in the discipline of project control.
    Huawei Certified Network Associate HCNA certificate is an added advantage

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